# Edit or duplicate a container
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Editing a container effectively creates a new container with the updated settings and replaces the old container.
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## Editing a running container
From the menu select **Containers**, select the container you want to edit then click **Duplicate/Edit**.
Make the required changes to the container configuration. When you're finished, click **Deploy the container**. When the confirmation message appears, click **Replace**.
If successful, a message will appear confirming that a new container has been created with the new settings, replacing the old container.
## Duplicating a running container
From the menu select **Containers**, select the container you want to duplicate then click **Duplicate/Edit**.
Make the required changes to the container configuration, making sure you enter a new container name in order to create a duplicate. When you're finished, click **Deploy the container**.
